We see the fulfilment of God’s unfolding plan of redemption in the events leading up to the Incarnation, the birth of the Messiah King. The new era of salvation begins with the miraculous conception of Jesus in the womb of Mary. This child to be born is conceived by the gracious action of the Holy Spirit upon Mary, who finds favour with God (Luke 1:28). This child will be “great” and “Son of the Most High” and “King,” and his name shall be called “Jesus” (Luke 1:31 – 32), which means “the Lord saves.” “He will save his people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). The angel repeats to Mary, the daughter of the house of David, the promise made to King David: “The Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there will be no end” (2 Samuel 7:12 – 16, Isaiah 9:6 – 7, Luke 1:32 – 33). Mary’s prompt response of “yes” to the divine message is a model of faith for all believers. Mary believed God’s promises even when they seemed impossible. She was full of grace because she trusted that what God said was true and would be fulfilled. What is the key that unlocks the power and grace of God ’s kingdom in our personal lives? Faith and obedience for sure! We can either yield to His grace or resist and go our own way.